Joey Johnson Blisters Cardinal Hill as Patriots Win Jewell Invitational

William Jewell Inv. Champs (from left) Darren Wallace,
Adam Johnson,  Joey Johnson, Timothy Finley & Nolan Becerra

The Christ Prep Patriots shot a 325 yesterday en route to an impressive victory in the afternoon session of the William Jewell Invitational in Liberty, Mo. The Patriots placed three in the top five individual medals, led by Joey Johnson's 2-under par 70 on the Cardinal Hill Golf Course.

Joey was followed in second place by brother Adam (80) while Nolan Becerra shot 84 which was good enough for 4th Place. The Patriots were followed in second and third places by Harrisonville and Lexington.

Joey's score of 70 was by far the low round for both the morning and afternoon sessions. His mark beat even the Mizzou-bound and Kearney High golfer Ryan Zech's morning post of 4-over 76. Joey brought the Cardinal Hill track to its knees with laser-like iron play and outstanding putting.

The Patriots resume action in Lawrence, Kans. Tuesday at the Veritas Invitational.